Local Activities

South Kona offers a taste of the old days in a relaxed and timeless countryside untouched by large resorts, hotels and strip malls. Come and enjoy some of our favorite off-the-beaten-track activities. Unwind, get closer to nature and enjoy eating some good local foods while visiting with us. Simple is how we see it. You don’t have to go far to enjoy an abundance of simple pleasures. This is our neighborhood for you to enjoy!

Unwind

• Walk Middle Ke’ei Road and Painted Church Road
• Relax at South Kona’s only sand beach at Hookena Beach Park
• Enjoy a massage and hottub at Mamalahoa Hot Tubs or massage at Kathryn’s Place
• Hang out by the poolside or on our comfy lanai with a good book
• Picnic at Puuhonua O Honaunau’s picnic area in the back of the park and enjoy a scenic stroll along the Kings Trail

Get Close to Nature

• Kayak, hike or horseback ride to Kaawaloa – a preserved archeological and historical site and world class snorkeling
• Enjoy more world class snorkeling at Honaunau Bay
• Experience the living coffee farm tour at Greenwell Historical Farm and Museum and Kona Historical Society
• Learn about Hawai’ian plants and ahapua’a (ancient Hawaiian land divisions from mountain to sea) at Amy B.H. Greenwell Ethnobotanical Garden
• Worship at the Kahikolu Congregational Church, 185 years of awe-inspiring history, also enjoy unforgetable services.

Eat Good Food in South Kona’s Restaurants

• Ke’ei Café – South Kona’s only fine dining restaurant. Enjoy a wonderful ambiance and deliciously prepared food – lunch and dinner, reservations recommended, cash only, closed Sunday and Monday.
• Mi’s Italian Bistro – Our newest South Kona gem! Homemade pastas with delicious toppings, lasagna of the day, delicious appetizers and desserts, one-of-a-kind fresh catch dishes, lunch and dinner, reservations necessary.
• Bong Brothers – delicious smoothies, prepared dips, salads, soup, burrito wraps, groceries, fruit stand – grab and go!
• South Kona Fruit Stand – stop in to pick up a wide array of exotic fruits, dried fruits, nuts, coffee and more.
• Coffee Shack Deli – breakfast and lunch. Call ahead to order a delicious sandwich for take-away or enjoy a casual meal in with their absolutely stunning view of the Honaunau Valley
• Aloha Angel Café – Historical Aloha Theatre and home to the café. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Teshima’s Fine Foods – a delightful family style japanese/american restaurant. A local favorite, simple, good food, great service, family operation, bring cash.
• Manago Hotel – another local favorite. Good ‘ol home cookin’ in a very simple environment. Get there early because dinner is over by 7:30pm.
• Namaste Tea House and Gallery – Just opened! Lunch Fare! Serving delicious drinks, world class gelato, authentic Indian Curry, sandwiches and featuring local art and gifts.